1965 Ford Mustang

Gateway Classic Cars of Dallas is excited to present this 1965 Ford Mustang Hardtop, a beautifully preserved first-generation pony car powered by its desirable factory A-Code 289 V8. Finished in eye-catching Poppy Red (Color Code 3) over a clean white standard bucket seat interior, this Mustang captures everything enthusiasts love about the car that changed the American automotive landscape. Equipped with factory air conditioning, power steering, and a smooth-shifting C4 automatic transmission, it offers the ideal blend of classic style and comfortable cruising.

Under the hood sits the sought-after A-Code 289 cubic-inch V8, originally rated at 225 horsepower thanks to its factory 4-barrel carburetor. Sitting above the standard C-Code engine in Fords lineup, the A-Code cars remain highly desirable among collectors for their additional performance while maintaining excellent drivability. Paired with the dependable C4 automatic transmission, this Mustang is equally at home cruising city streets or stretching its legs on the highway. Factory power steering makes maneuvering effortless, while factory air conditioning adds comfort thats appreciated during warm-weather drives.

The accompanying data plate confirms this Mustangs factory pedigree:

VIN: 5R07A149910
5 1965 model year
R Built at Fords San Jose, California assembly plant
07 Hardtop Coupe
A Factory A-Code 289 4V V8
Body: 65A Hardtop with standard bucket seats
Color: 3 Poppy Red
Trim: D6 White standard vinyl bucket seats
Date: 23K October 23, 1964 production
DSO: 61 Dallas Sales District
Axle: 1 3.00:1 conventional rear axle
Transmission: 6 C4 Cruise-O-Matic automatic

The exterior presents beautifully in its vibrant Poppy Red finish, accented by chrome bumpers, polished trim, and classic styled steel wheels wrapped in BFGoodrich Radial T/A tires. Inside, the white bucket seat interior creates a striking contrast against the bright exterior and maintains the timeless appearance that made the first-generation Mustang an instant icon. The wood-rim steering wheel, classic gauge cluster, and clean dash all contribute to an authentic 1965 driving experience.

Whether youre looking for a local cruise night favorite, a weekend driver, or an investment-grade classic with desirable factory options, this A-Code Mustang checks all the right boxes. Factory air conditioning, power steering, an A-Code V8, automatic transmission, and an attractive factory color combination make this a standout example of Americas original pony car.

For more information or to schedule a viewing, contact Gateway Classic Cars of Dallas today. Dallas@GatewayClassicCars.com